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Lady Hawks Season Review
Posted: Mar 14, 2025

Lady Hawks Season Review

2024-25 Season Recap: Howard College Lady Hawks Basketball

It was a season of challenges and growth for the Howard College Lady Hawks as they faced a new coaching staff and a team with only two returning players. After the departure of Coach John Ishee, the Lady Hawks turned to Al Davis to lead the team into a new era. Coach Davis, known for his determination and strategic insight, brought in Coach Karina Gee to assist in the rebuild. Together, they embraced the task of developing a new team and creating a competitive culture in one of the toughest conferences in the country: the Western Junior College Athletic Conference (WJCAC).

With the season being a rebuilding year, the Lady Hawks went through their fair share of ups and downs but showed remarkable resilience, finishing with a 13-15 overall record and 5-9 in conference play. Despite the challenges, the team demonstrated flashes of brilliance, and many players stepped up to deliver key performances throughout the year.

Team Overview:

  • Overall Record: 13-15
  • Conference Record: 5-9 (WJCAC)
  • Points per Game: 66.6
  • Field Goal Percentage: 34.2%
  • 3-Point Percentage: 25.6%
  • Free Throw Percentage: 65.3%
  • Total Rebounds per Game: 37.4
  • Assists per Game: 10.8
  • Steals per Game: 11.5

While the team's shooting efficiency may not have been at its peak, they consistently fought hard on both ends of the court. Their ability to create turnovers (11.5 steals per game) and crash the boards (37.4 rebounds per game) was a testament to their gritty, hard-nosed playstyle.

Notable Players:

  • Jah'Mareah Linville (So, G): The standout player of the season, Linville averaged 10.9 points per game with a shooting efficiency of 31.5%. Her presence as a scorer and facilitator was crucial for the Lady Hawks' success.

  • Kailyn Berry (Fr, F): Berry had a strong freshman campaign, averaging 12.0 points per game and pulling down 4.5 rebounds per game. Her energy and consistency on the floor made her a reliable option throughout the season.

  • Mackenzie Heeke (So, G): Heeke provided a scoring spark, averaging 10.3 points per game and shooting 42.7% from the field. She was also a key contributor in distributing the ball, helping the team maintain offensive flow.

  • Emori Lasalle (Fr, G): With an average of 7.1 points per game, Lasalle showed promise as a young guard, playing a key role in the team's offensive sets and demonstrating impressive shooting range from beyond the arc.

  • Asia Johnson (So, F): Johnson brought a steady presence to the frontcourt, contributing 6.1 points per game and an impressive 60.9% free throw shooting percentage, helping the Lady Hawks capitalize on opportunities at the line.

Despite the challenges, the Lady Hawks showed promise as a developing team with a foundation to build upon. Coach Davis and Coach Gee's efforts to instill a competitive mindset and develop young talent will be key as the program moves forward into the next season. With a lot of young players gaining valuable experience, the future looks bright for the Lady Hawks.